Toyota Yaris Problems and Common Complaints
As one of the highest-ranked subcompact cars in the US, the Toyota Yaris exceeds many expectations with its quality interior, affordable MSRP, and long-term reliability. It does come with a few common issues, though, and they’re listed below.
Note: The list of problems below is organized by vehicle generation. Scroll down to find your model range.
2020+ Toyota Yaris - Common Problems
The 2020 Toyota Yaris
The fifth generation Yaris just went on sale a few months ago as a 2020 model. There have been very few problems reported, and no common problems to note. Be sure to check back once in a while because we update the information on this page regularly.
2017-2019 Toyota Yaris - Common Problems

A 2017 Toyota Yaris
Good news: there's nothing to report so far for this generation either! Again, check back with us - we update the information on this page regularly.
2011-2016 Toyota Yaris - Common Problems
A 2012 Toyota Yaris
Passenger Airbag Propellant Degradation (2011 & 2012 models): Because the airbag propellant in the passenger frontal airbag is prone to premature degradation from unstable temperatures and excessive humidity, the airbag may deploy improperly in a crash. Toyota issued a voluntary recall and replaced the air bag inflator or the entire assembly in affected Yaris vehicles for free.
2006-2010 Toyota Yaris - Common Problems
A 2007 Toyota Yaris
Passenger Airbag Propellant Degradation: See 2011-2016 Yaris – Common Problems
Rear Speed Sensor Corrosion: The speed sensors in the rear wheel bearings in second-generation Yaris vehicles are prone to early corrosion. Symptoms include ABS and/or brake failure. Replacing the sensors (Part No. 83181-12020) will solve this problem.
Driver’s Side Power Window Master Switch Failure: Many second-generation Yaris owners reported having seen their driver’s side power window master switch melt. This is a result of the electric components inside the switch not being lubricated properly, exposing them to debris and moisture. Sometimes the switch will short circuit and melt as a result. To address this issue, Toyota issued a recall in late 2015 and either applied more lubricant to the switch or replaced the switch circuit board free of charge.
2006-2017 Toyota Yaris TSBs
To find these TSBs, you can try Googling the TSB ID #, the name of the TSB, or some combination. You can also go to https://www.safercar.gov and search for the TSB by entering your VIN.
YEAR | MAKE | MODEL | TSB NAME | TSB ID | ISSUE DATE |
2006-2017 | Toyota | Yaris | Alarm Triggering While Driving | 199326 | 2017-03-23 |
2007-2017 | Toyota | Yaris | HVAC Evaporator Drain Hose Clogged Due To Insect Intrusion | 198794 | 2017-03-08 |
2007-2012 | Toyota | Yaris | Passenger Frontal Air Bag Inflator May Rupture | 197758 | 2017-01-10 |
2016-2017 | Toyota | Yaris | Load Configuration Data | 196180 | 2016-09-07 |
2006-2016 | Toyota | Yaris | Drive Belt Squeal Noise On Cold Start | 196178 | 2016-09-08 |
2006-2011 | Toyota | Yaris | Passenger Frontal Air Bag Inflator May Rupture | 194460 | 2016-05-23 |
2009-2013 | Toyota | Yaris | Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter Inoperative | 192690 | 2016-01-15 |
2006-2010 | Toyota | Yaris | Power Window Master Switch May Melt | 191636 | 2015-10-22 |
2006-2015 | Toyota | Yaris | A/C System Diagnosis After Component Failure | 189798 | 2015-05-13 |
2006-2015 | Toyota | Yaris | Interior Electrical Component Precautions | 189514 | 2015-04-10 |
2007-2008 | Toyota | Yaris | SRS Precautions | 185872 | 2007-12-01 |
2006-2010 | Toyota | Yaris | Seat Rail Spring Failure | 184331 | 2014-04-09 |
2006-2010 | Toyota | Yaris | Driver's Air Bag May Not Deploy | 184330 | 2014-04-09 |
2006-2014 | Toyota | Yaris | Brake Pedal Force Gauge Sst For Parking Brake | 181285 | 2013-09-09 |
2012 | Toyota | Yaris | A Relay In The Power Steering Control Module Of The Electronic Power Steering System Could Experience A Short Circuit Due To Insufficient Distance Between Terminals In The Relay And Moisture Contamination Of Relay Coil Windings. | 180450 | 2013-07-03 |
2012-2013 | Toyota | Yaris | Loose Windshield Dam At Lower Right Corner Of Windshield | 180097 | 2013-06-05 |
2012 | Toyota | Yaris | Passenger "Airbag Off" Light Illuminates Intermittently | 175162 | 2012-06-27 |
2007-2012 | Toyota | Yaris | Clunk Noise From Front Suspension | 174878 | 2012-05-24 |
2007-2011 | Toyota | Yaris | MIL "On" P043e, P043f, P2401, P2402, & P2419 Due To Water Intrusion Into Charcoal Canister | 172930 | 2012-01-20 |
2007-2011 | Toyota | Yaris | Clunk Noise From Front Suspension | 169896 | 2011-06-17 |
2010 | Toyota | Yaris | MIL "On" DTC P2420 | 168842 | 2011-04-07 |
2006-2010 | Toyota | Yaris | Steering Intermediate Shaft Rattle Noise | 161959 | 2010-05-03 |
2010 | Toyota | Yaris | MIL "On" DTC P0713 (U34#E) | 159487 | 2010-04-09 |
2009 | Toyota | Yaris | Xm Satellite Radio Inoperative Until Ignition Key Is Cycled | 151211 | 2009-08-11 |
2007-2008 | Toyota | Yaris | HVAC Odor | 149037 | 2009-04-07 |
2008-2009 | Toyota | Yaris | Tire Pressure Monitoring System (Tpms) Tire Registration "Lost Communication With Ecu" | 149034 | 2009-03-12 |
2007-2009 | Toyota | Yaris | Transverse Engine Mount - Abnormal Noise And Vibration On Acceleration | 147802 | 2009-02-19 |
2009 | Toyota | Yaris | Tire Pressure Warning System Activation | 147581 | 2008-08-07 |
2008-2009 | Toyota | Yaris | Tire Inflation Pressure Compensation And Adjustment | 146132 | 2008-11-06 |
2007-2008 | Toyota | Yaris | MIL "On" DTC P010#, P0121, P0125, P0172, P035#, P2237, Or P2238 | 146131 | 2008-11-05 |
2007-2008 | Toyota | Yaris | Upper Instrument Panel Rattle | 145510 | 2008-09-30 |
2007-2009 | Toyota | Yaris | Engine Serial Number Location | 145116 | 2008-09-19 |
2006-2009 | Toyota | Yaris | Permanent-Type Protective Wax Coatings | 143857 | 2008-07-21 |
2007-2008 | Toyota | Yaris | ABS MIL On DTC C0210 Or C0215 | 143352 | 2008-06-27 |
2006-2009 | Toyota | Yaris | Cylinder Head Cover Baffle Precautions | 142144 | 2008-04-16 |
2007-2008 | Toyota | Yaris | HVAC Evaporator Drain Blockage | 142135 | 2008-03-28 |
2008 | Toyota | Yaris | Tire Pressure Warning Valve/Sensor Activation | 140547 | 2007-08-14 |
2007 | Toyota | Yaris | MIL On DTC P043e, P043f, P2401, P2402, & P2419 | 140076 | 2007-11-27 |
2007 | Toyota | Yaris | MIL On DTC P0335 Only | 139052 | 2007-08-30 |
2007 | Toyota | Yaris | Noise From Auxiliary Port With External Device | 139033 | 2007-08-10 |
2007 | Toyota | Yaris | Accessory Drive Belt Noise | 138237 | 2007-06-20 |
2007 | Toyota | Yaris | Blower Motor Noise And Vibration | 138226 | 2007-06-04 |
2007 | Toyota | Yaris | HVAC Odor | 137179 | 2007-03-06 |
2007 | Toyota | Yaris | MIL On, DTC P0011, P0012, Or P0016 | 136794 | 2007-02-09 |
2007 | Toyota | Yaris | Charging System Warning Light On | 136358 | 2007-01-26 |
2007 | Toyota | Yaris | Ig1 Relay Freezing | 136357 | 2007-01-12 |
2007 | Toyota | Yaris | Remanufactured Automatic Transmission Serial Number Location | 134948 | 2006-09-01 |
2007 | Toyota | Yaris | Automatic Transmission Serial Number Location | 134947 | 2006-09-01 |
2007 | Toyota | Yaris | Upper / Lower Windshield Tick Noise | 134944 | 2006-09-18 |
2007 | Toyota | Yaris | Parking Brake Lever Dust Boot | 134075 | 2006-07-06 |
2007 | Toyota | Yaris | Excessive Sulfur Odor | 133811 | 2006-06-05 |
2007 | Toyota | Yaris | Front Seat Squeak Noise | 133391 | 2006-05-23 |
2007 | Toyota | Yaris | Ilsac Gf-4 Engine Oil Recommendation | 132803 | 2006-03-29 |
2007 | Toyota | Yaris | Front Emergency Towing Eyelet & Eyelet Hole Cover | 132372 | 2005-12-22 |